Defendant's Waiver of Jury Trial and Consent to Bench Trial - Massachusetts (Russian)

This is a legal document that was released by the Massachusetts Superior Court - a government authority operating within Massachusetts.

The document is provided in Russian.

FAQ

Q: What is a defendant's waiver of jury trial?
A: A defendant's waiver of jury trial is when the defendant voluntarily gives up their right to have a trial by jury.

Q: What is a consent to bench trial?
A: A consent to bench trial is when the defendant agrees to have their case decided by a judge instead of a jury.

Q: What does 'Russian' mean in the document title?
A: In this context, 'Russian' refers to the language in which the document is written.

Q: Why would a defendant choose to waive a jury trial and consent to a bench trial?
A: A defendant may choose to waive a jury trial and consent to a bench trial if they believe that a judge would be more favorable in deciding their case than a jury.